6/5/2020 E-Library - Information At Your Fingertips: Printer Friendly of money from his claim. According to him, he was informed andencouraged by the ship's "Master" on board regarding disability benefits. The test showed that he tried to create a favorable impression of himself by not being honest in responding to the items. He reported a number of vague physical complaints and the development of physical problems occur when he is under stress. The medical history is characterized by excessive and vague physical complaints, weakness and pain. He tends to rely on hysterical defenses or exaggeration in the face of conflict. The test also showed Mr. Jaleco converting psychological conflict into physical complaints. Based on the test protocol and interview, there are indicators that Mr. Jaleco is malingering and exaggerating hi [sic] symptoms. The essential feature is the intentional production of exaggerated physical symptoms motivated by external incentives - obtaining financial compensation and avoiding work. [28] On September 4, 2007, respondent underwent another check-up. The results thereof are contained in Dr. Alegre's Progress Report[29] of even date, thus: Subjective Complaints: Complained of persistence of back pains Objective Findings: 1. 2. 3. 4. Slightly spastic paraspinal muscles Truncal mobility functional Straight leg raising test normal Personality test (MMPI) indicates malingering and exaggeration of symptoms Assessment: Mild Disc Dessication, L5S1 Plans: Physical therapy If a disability is to be assessed now, a disability grade of 11 [would be obtained] based on the POEA Contract, Chest-Trunk-Spine #6 - Slight Rigidity or 1/3 loss of motion or lifting power of the trunk.[30] On February 8, 2008, respondent underwent physical examination by an independent physician, Dr. Ramon Santos-Ocampo (Dr. Santos-Ocampo), at the Department of Radiology of the Makati Medical Center. Dr. Santos-Ocampo's Clinical Abstract[31] of the elibrary.judiciary.gov.ph/thebookshelf/showdocsfriendly/1/61305 4/25